It is a great feeling to adopt your first pet, to come home to find them jumping up on you, licking your feet, and trying to push you to the ground. It can be hard to imagine your puppy becoming old a...
Dogs are just like humans. When the outside temperature drops and bacteria start circulating in the air, they can get many illnesses. Compared to the human version, the most common is Bordetella bronc...
The ASPCA helped the Iowa Animal Rescue League to rescue more than 500 abandoned dogs from various sites in the state run by Daniel Gingerich, a USDA-licensed breeder. Many of the dogs were able to ex...
Paul Rose is a Lecturer in Animal Behavior at the University of Exeter. He is also a Research Associate for WWT, managing the Animal Welfare & Ethics Committee. Paul is co-chairing BIAZA’s R...
Willemijn Koch has been involved with camels since 1997. She is currently the Cotswold Wildlife Park’s Deputy Keeper for the camel and giraffe sections. She fell in love with camels when she beg...
Dogs use their nose so often, and it’s a skill that comes naturally to them. Scent work can mentally stimulate your dog and also improve their natural ability of sniffing out things. All while h...
A variety of toys can be a great way to ensure your dog is able to do the things they love, such as chewing, eating, and playing. When they are puppies, dogs use their mouths to navigate the world. Th...
Dogs are social animals. Play is one way they learn and build relationships. Regular play with your dog will help you to understand your dog’s personality and strengthen your relationship. Play ...
1. Regular exams are vital Your pet can have heart disease, arthritis, or toothache just like you. Your veterinarian should be consulted every year to detect and prevent these problems. Regular examin...
Classical conditioning (also known as respondent conditioning) was created by Ivan Pavlov, a Russian physiologist while studying the digestive processes of dogs. It is a dynamic and simple form of lea...